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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel SBB to Zurich Airport
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
1 h 11 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel SBB to Zurich Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel SBB to Zurich Airport will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 5 trains that leave Basel SBB for Zurich Airport on Fri, Jan 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 16 the direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 11 m .
On Fri, Jan 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IR 37 2263 | 2263 · IC 5 513 | 513IR 37 2263 | 2263 · IC 5 513 | 513IC 3 763 | 763 · IR 13 3261 | 3261IR 36 2063 | 2063IC 3 563 | 563 · IR 75 2113 | 2113IC 3 563 | 563 · IR 75 2113 | 2113IC 3 763 | 763 · IR 13 3261 | 3261IR 37 2263 | 2263 · IC 5 513 | 513IR 37 2263 | 2263 · IC 5 513 | 513IR 36 2063 | 2063
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Basel SBB to Zurich Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel SBB to Zurich Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 45 miles (74 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€36 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basel SBB to Zurich Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel SBB to Zurich Airport trains for today, Thursday, January 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TGV 9211 | 9211 · IC 5 1523 | 1523 | 12:33 PM Basel SBB | 1h08 | 1:41 PM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IR 36 2073 | 2073 | 12:36 PM Basel SBB | 1h28 | 2:04 PM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 37 2273 | 2273 · IC 5 523 | 523 | 12:43 PM Basel SBB | 1h28 | 2:11 PM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IR 37 2273 | 2273 · IC 5 523 | 523 | 12:43 PM Basel SBB | 1h28 | 2:11 PM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3 775 | 775 · IR 13 3273 | 3273 | 1:07 PM Basel SBB | 1h14 | 2:21 PM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3 575 | 575 · IR 75 2125 | 2125 | 1:33 PM Basel SBB | 1h11 | 2:44 PM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IR 36 2075 | 2075 | 1:36 PM Basel SBB | 1h28 | 3:04 PM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 37 2275 | 2275 · IC 5 525 | 525 | 1:43 PM Basel SBB | 1h28 | 3:11 PM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IR 37 2275 | 2275 · IC 5 525 | 525 | 1:43 PM Basel SBB | 1h28 | 3:11 PM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 105 | 105 · IR 13 3275 | 3275 | 2:07 PM Basel SBB | 1h14 | 3:21 PM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| TGV 9213 | 9213 · IC 5 1527 | 1527 | 2:33 PM Basel SBB | 1h08 | 3:41 PM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IR 36 2077 | 2077 | 2:36 PM Basel SBB | 1h28 | 4:04 PM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 37 2277 | 2277 · IC 5 527 | 527 | 2:43 PM Basel SBB | 1h28 | 4:11 PM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IR 37 2277 | 2277 · IC 5 527 | 527 | 2:43 PM Basel SBB | 1h28 | 4:11 PM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3 779 | 779 · IR 13 3277 | 3277 | 3:07 PM Basel SBB | 1h14 | 4:21 PM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3 579 | 579 · IR 75 2129 | 2129 | 3:33 PM Basel SBB | 1h11 | 4:44 PM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IR 36 2079 | 2079 | 3:36 PM Basel SBB | 1h28 | 5:04 PM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 37 2279 | 2279 · IC 5 529 | 529 | 3:43 PM Basel SBB | 1h28 | 5:11 PM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IR 37 2279 | 2279 · IC 5 529 | 529 | 3:43 PM Basel SBB | 1h28 | 5:11 PM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3 781 | 781 · IR 13 3279 | 3279 | 4:07 PM Basel SBB | 1h14 | 5:21 PM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3 763 | 763 · IR 13 3261 | 3261 | 7:07 AM Basel SBB | 1h14 | 8:21 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3 563 | 563 · IR 75 2113 | 2113 | 7:33 AM Basel SBB | 1h11 | 8:44 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IR 36 2063 | 2063 | 7:36 AM Basel SBB | 1h28 | 9:04 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 37 2263 | 2263 · IC 5 513 | 513 | 7:43 AM Basel SBB | 1h28 | 9:11 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IR 37 2263 | 2263 · IC 5 513 | 513 | 7:43 AM Basel SBB | 1h28 | 9:11 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel SBB to Zurich Airport
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Trains from Basel SBB to Zurich Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:37, the last at 20:56. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 45 miles (74 km) |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 02:37 |
Last train 20:56 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Basel SBB to Zurich Airport trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Basel SBB and Zurich Airport from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Basel SBB to Zurich Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel SBB to Zurich Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel SBB to Zurich Airport
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
Most popular train connections from Basel SBB
Most popular trains to and from Zurich Airport and Basel SBB
Most popular train connections to Zurich Airport
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